Serving 641 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Allen W. Roberts School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Allen W. Roberts School serves a central area in New Providence, NJ, covering approximately 2.1 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen W. Roberts School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Allen W. Roberts School's student population of 641 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
641 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The truth of your character is expressed through the choice of your actions
School Rankings
Allen W. Roberts School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allen W. Roberts School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#87 out of 2184 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
29%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen W. Roberts School's ranking?
Allen W. Roberts School is ranked #87 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Allen W. Roberts School often compared to?
Allen W. Roberts Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Salt Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Allen W. Roberts School?
641 students attend Allen W. Roberts School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Allen W. Roberts School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen W. Roberts School?
Allen W. Roberts School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Allen W. Roberts School offer ?
Allen W. Roberts School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen W. Roberts School part of?
Allen W. Roberts School is part of New Providence School District.
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